The Yacht Harbour Association (THYA) are proud to confirm the winners of its prestigious Marina of the Year Awards, with proud sponsors GJW. Now in its fourth year, the Awards, sponsored by GJW, recognise the best of over 160 Gold Anchor accredited marinas from round the world. The winning marinas are voted for by their berth holders in the UK Coastal (over 250 berths), UK Coastal (under 250 berths), UK Inland, International and Superyacht categories.

The Marina of the Year 2017 winners and runners up are:

UK Coastal Marina of the Year 2017 (over 250 berths)

Winner – Largs Yacht Haven

Runner up – MDL Torquay Marina

UK Coastal Marina of the Year 2017 (under 250 berths)

Winner – Poole Quay Boat Haven

Runner up – Portavadie Marina

UK Inland Marina of the Year 2017

Winner – Church Minshull Aqueduct Marina

Runner up – MDL Windsor Marina

International Marina of the Year 2017

Winner – Karpaz Gate Marina

Runner up – Royal Cork Yacht Club

Superyacht Marina of the year 2017

Winner – IGY Isle de Sol

Runner up – Talise Pavilion Marina

This year saw the launch of the accolade Marina of Distinction. This honour distinguishes a marina with over three consecutive years of continual customer service excellence, as voted for by its customers in the Marina of the Year competition. To qualify, marinas must rank a category finalist over three consecutive competitions. On the third year, they automatically receive the title of Marina of Distinction.